Online Courses via Ball State University's Dual Credit Program

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Course Prerequisites Library ANTH 101: Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (3) Anthropology

………. Dr. S. Hogue (765) 285-4845

Introduces the diversity of human social life as shaped by culture, relating the origins and nature of culture to variations in such universal aspects of human experience as

subsistence strategies, resource allocation, social organization, political order, belief systems, and the arts.

ANTH 105: Introduction to Biological Anthropology (3) Anthropology ………. Dr. S. Hogue (765) 285-4845

Introduces students to human variation over space and time; its genetic, developmental, environmental, and theoretical bases; the human life cycle; primatology; the anthropoid fossil record, and the relevance of these for an understanding of human health, adaptation, and human diversity.

ANTH 111: Anthropology, Culture, and Globalization (3) Anthropology ………. Dr. S. Hogue (765) 285-4845

Examines culture and cultural variation in a globalizing world. It explores how societies and individuals are affected by increasing contact between people of different cultures. It takes a historical and cross-cultural perspective on the human condition and the cultural adaptations necessary to effectively function in a changing world.

ASTR 100: Introductory Astronomy: A Study of the Solar System and Beyond (3)

………. Indiana Core Transfer Course

Physics and Astronomy ……….. Dr. Thomas Jordan (765) 285-8860

Study of the physical nature of objects in the universe and methods used by astronomers to understand them. Topics selected from basic laws of nature, the solar system, stars,

nebulae, galaxies, and cosmology. Y

CJC 101: Introduction to American Criminal Justice System (3) Criminal Justice and Criminology ………. Dr. Greg Morrison (765) 285-5979

Overview and analysis of the American criminal justice system.

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COMM 210: Fundamentals of Public Communication (3) ………. Indiana Core Transfer Course

Communication Studies …………

Dr. Glen Stamp (765) 285-1882

Principles and practice of effective oral communication; analysis and evaluation of the speaking-listening process; preparation in message construction, emphasizing the

selection, organization, and delivery of materials. Y

CS 104: Introduction to Computers [3]

……… Not open to students who have credit in ISOM 125. Open only to BGS students, speech pathology and respiratory therapy majors, and students in the associate degree program for radiation therapy. Indiana Core Transfer Course

Computer Science ……… Dr. Paul Buis (765) 285-8641

Introduction to the microcomputer as a word processing, spreadsheet, database, and communications tool. Intended for those in other disciplines. Hardware and software trends, opportunities, and responsibilities in computing are discussed. Lecture and

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Course Prerequisites Library CS 110: Introduction to Computer Science & Web Programming (3)

……….. Prerequisite: None Computer Science ……… Dr. Paul Buis (765) 285-8641

An introduction to WEB programming utilizing HTML and a Web programming language. A broad survey of computer science including its history, applications, programming languages, and computer architecture.

EDPS 254: Psychology of Early Childhood (3) Educational Psychology ………. Dr. Sharon Paulson (765) 285-8500

Study of young children of nursery school and kindergarten age. Emphasizes physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development, particularly as it relates to child care and early childhood education settings.

EDP 270: Human Development Across the Lifespan (3) Educational Psychology ………. Dr. Sharon Paulson (765) 285-8500

This course will be an introductory course of research and developmental theory using a lifespan perspective.

ENG 103: Rhetoric and Writing (3) (English Composition 1) ………

Course Prerequisites: Appropriate placement. Not open to students who have credit in ENG 101 or 102.Required grade of "C" or better to fulfill University Core Curriculum requirements. Indiana Core Transfer Course

English

……… Dr. Adam Beach (765) 285-8583

Introduces and develops understanding of principles of rhetoric; basic research methods; elements, strategies, and conventions of persuasion used in constructing written and multi-modal texts.

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ENG 104: Composing Research (3) (English Composition 2) ………

Course Prerequisites: ENG 101 and 102; or ENG 103; or appropriate placement. Required grade of "C" or better to fulfill University Core Curriculum requirements. Indiana Core Transfer Course

English

……… Dr. Adam Beach (765) 285-8583

Applies the fundamentals of rhetoric to the research process: methods of research; the rhetorical nature of research; elements, strategies, and conventions common to research writing, including multimodal presentations of new knowledge.

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FCFA 270- The Fashion Industry (3) ………. Prerequisite: None Open to all students

Family and Consumer Sciences

……… Dr. S. Hji-Avgoustis (765) 285-5922

A survey of the business of fashion through design, manufacture, distribution, and promotion. Explores career possibilities.

FCFC 250: Family Relations (3) ………. Prerequisite: None

……… Dr. S. Hji-Avgoustis

Focuses on family dynamics and interaction across a variety of family structures and backgrounds. Explore the impact of larger social systems on the family, changing concepts of family, and family processes throughout the life cycle. Emphasizes healthy interaction patterns and skills to strengthen family relationships.

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Course Prerequisites Library FCFN 275: Personal Nutrition (3)

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Course Prerequisites: Not open to students who have credit in FCFN 240 or FCFN 340. Indiana Core Transfer Course

Emphasizes the principles of nutrition and their application to daily living. The relationship between diet and health, the role of nutrition in reducing individual health

risk, and contemporary issues in nutrition will be discussed. Y

FCID 115: Interior Materials and Applications (3) ………

Course Prerequisites: FCID 100. Open only to interior design majors and minors.

Study of interior materials, finishes, furniture, and architectural components. Covers floor, wall, and ceiling finishes, furniture, cabinetry, and case goods. Selection criteria, green design, cost, quality, application, sources, and specification will be discussed and analyzed.

FCPM 235: Introduction to Residential Property Management (3) ……….………. Course Prerequisites: None

Introduction to professional practices in residential property management. Identification and exposure to career opportunities in the field.

FCS 135: Financial Literacy (1) ………

Development of knowledge and skills to promote financial wellness through the lifespan. Includes spending plans, credit strategies, depository institutions, consumer protection, insurance investment and retirement planning. Exploration of consumer tools to enhance financial literacy.

HIST 150: The West in the World (3).

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History Department ………. Dr. Kevin Smith (765) 285-8700

A survey of the development of Western civilization since its origins emphasizing problems, turning points, and recurring themes, especially since circa 1500. Focuses also on the way global interactions helped shape Western Civilization.

HSC 160: Fundamentals of Human Health (3) No regularly scheduled laboratory. ………

Physiology and Health Science ………. Dr. Denise Seabert (765) 285-5962

Emphasizes life-style behaviors contributing to health promotion and disease prevention. General areas affecting health status are identified and suggestions made as to how health-related behaviors, self-care, and individual decisions contribute to wellness and influence dimensions of health.

ICOM 101: The Digital World (3) ……….………. Open to all students.

Journalism ………... Dr. Michael Holmes (765) 285-8200

Introduction to types of human interaction made possible by digital media. Exploration of individualization, innovation, imagination, interactivity, minimization, and

internationalization of digital communication. Positive and negative impacts and ramifications of a digital world.

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Course Prerequisites Library ICOM 201: Web Design and Usability (3)

……….………. Not available for fall 15.

Conceptual introduction to design and critique of digital messages in terms of source objectives, audiences, and society effects. Specific emphasis on theories and evaluations or usability testing of Web sites.

ICOM 210: Introduction to Social Media (3) ……….………. Not available for fall 15.

An examination of social media technologies and applications of emerging technologies on various careers aimed at students of all skill levels. Students will build their own Web sites using existing tools, engage in social and mobile networks, and deploy a variety of social media applications using pre-existing software tools

ISOM 125: Introduction to Business with Integrated Computer

Applications (3) ……… Not open to students who have credit in CS 104.

Information Systems and Operations Management ……… Dr. Jensen Zhao (765) 285-5300

Offers an overview of the business environment with an emphasis on accounting, economics, finance, human resource management, information systems, management, marketing, logistics and supply chain management. Integrates the use of computer application software to design, create, and produce deliverables for problem solving and decision making within the areas of business. Explores career opportunities within the areas of business.

ISOM 210: Business Information Systems (3) ……… Prerequisite: Proficiency test required or ISOM 125 or CS 104.

Information Systems and Operations Management ……… Dr. Jensen Zhao (765) 285-5300

Provides an introduction to business information systems, emphasizing application of group problem-solving techniques. ISOM 135 presents the role played by information systems in a business and provides an introduction to information systems concepts showing how data, hardware, software, communications, and databases support business problem-solving. The systems approach and information flow charts are used to integrate the understanding of all business functions. Microsoft Office is used to analyze and report on decision-making situations in management, marketing, finance, and information systems

JOUR 101: Media and American Society (3)

……… Open only to students in a journalism department program and students in the telecommunications news track and students in the campaign communications minor. Indiana Core Transfer Course

Journalism ………. Dr. Michael Holmes (765) 285-8200

Study of the structures and functions of media communication and how they inform, persuade, and entertain audiences. Overview of the evolving relationships among media industries and American society. Focus on advertising, public relations, and news

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MATH 125 : Mathematics and Its Applications (3)

……… Recommended background: three years of college preparatory

mathematics in high school. - Indiana Core Transfer Course

Mathematics Sciences ……… Dr. John Lorch (765) 285-8640

A diverse course including statistics and other topics such as mathematical modeling, problem solving, finance, geometrical concepts, growth patterns, and applications to the

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Course Prerequisites Library MATH 165: Calculus 1 [4] (AB) or (BC)

……… Prerequisite: C- or better in MATH 111, 112 or sufficient background in algebra and trigonometry as evidenced by the student's SAT/ACT scores and/or score on the mathematics placement test, or permission of the department chairperson. Indiana Core Transfer Course. (AB) is offered Aug - May academic year based. (BC) is offered Aug - Dec. Term based.

Differential calculus of algebraic and transcendental functions and applications,

antidifferentiation and the Riemann integral. Includes the use of graphing calculators and computer software.

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MATH 166: Calculus 2 [4] (AB)

……… Prerequisite: C- or better in MATH 165 or permission of the department chairperson. Indiana Core Transfer Course Offered Jan - May Term based.

Standard techniques of integration, applications of the integral, numerical integration, sequences and series. Includes the use of graphing calculators and computer software

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MATH 217: Linear Algebra

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Prerequisite: C- or better in MATH 162 or 165 or permission of the department chairperson.

Theory and application of systems of linear equations, vector equations, linear transformations, vector spaces, and inner product spaces. Includes the use of computer software.

MATH 221: Probability & Statistics [3] ………

Prerequisite: C- or better in MATH 162 or 165 or permission of the department chairperson.

Elementary probability theory, random variables, discrete and continuous probability distribution. Theory and applications of descriptive and inferential statistics. Statistical software and graphing calculator use is integrated throughout the course.

MATH 267: Calculus 3 (4)

……….. Prerequisite: C- or better in MATH 166 or permission of the

Department Chairperson.

Multidimensional calculus and its applications. Topics include three-dimensional vector calculus, Gauss's theorem, Green's theorem, and Stoke's theorem. Includes the use of graphing calculators and computer software.

MATH 374: Differential Equations (3)

……….. Prerequisite: C- or better in MATH 162 or 166 or permission of the Department Chairperson.

Introduction to nth-order ordinary differential equations, equations of order one, elementary applications, linear equations with constant coefficients, nonhomogeneous equations, undetermined coefficients, variation of parameters, linear systems of equations, and the Laplace transform. Use of standard computer software.

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Course Prerequisites Library MUHI 100: Introduction to Music (3)

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Only open to student not majoring in music. Indiana Core Transfer Course Not offered Fall 2015 term

Music

……… Dr. Ryan Hourigan (765) 285-5402

A University Core Curriculum course that, through a survey of musical forms and compositions from early through contemporary times and the historical and social elements that helped to shape them, offers an introduction to the understanding and appreciation of the broad range of musical creativity.

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PHIL 100: Introduction to Philosophy (3) ………

Indiana Core Transfer Course

Philosophy and Religious Studies

……… Dr. David Concepcion (765) 285-1244

An introduction to such important philosophical problems as the existence of God, whether ethical values are subjective, and the extent of our freedom. These topics and others may be approached by examining the ideas of great philosophers or current thinkers.

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PHIL 202: Ethics (3) ……….. Indiana Core Transfer Course

Philosophy and Religious Studies

……… Dr. David Concepcion (765) 285-1244

A discussion of some of the central problems in ethics such as the justification of ethical beliefs, theories of right and wrong, and the conditions of moral responsibility, as well as a discussion of current moral issues. _Y

PHYC 110: General Physics 1 (4) ………. Prerequisite: MATH 112, trigonometry or appropriate trigonometry sub scores on mathematics placement exam or passing grade in high school physics. Parallel: PHYC 111 is recommended for students who have not attained the recommended background.

Physics and Astronomy ……….. Dr. Thomas Jordan (765) 285-8860

Studies the laws of Newtonian mechanics. Introductory fluid statics and dynamics, heat and thermodynamics, and wave motion and sound. Recommended background: one year of college preparatory physics in high school. Core Transfer Library

PLAN 101: Introduction to Urban Planning and Development (3) ……… Offered on-line only to high school students.

Not open to students who have credit in PLAN 100.

Department of Urban Planning ……… Dr. Michael Burayidi (765) 285-1963

Introduces students to the planning skills needed to help influence the direction and growth of communities and to help neighborhoods, cities, and rural areas strike a balance between development, the provision of essential services, and environmental protection.

PSYS 100: Introduction to Psychological Science (3) ………

Indiana Core Transfer Course

Psychological Science ……… Dr. Guy Mittleman (765) 285-1690

Introduction to various branches of psychology and the contributions of each to understanding the behavior of people as they interact with their environment.

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SOC 100: Principles of Sociology (3) ……… Indiana Core Transfer Course

Sociology ……… Dr. Melinda Messineo

An introduction to sociology. Gives an understanding of theories and research on social structures, processes, and problems.

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Course Prerequisites Library THEA 100: Introduction to Theatre (3)

……… Open only to student Not majoring in theatre.

Theatre and Dance ………. Mr. Bill Jenkins (765) 285-8769

A University Core Curriculum course that surveys plays selected from the major periods of dramatic productivity from the ancient Greeks through contemporary times and the historical and social elements that helped to shape them. Introduces students to an understanding and appreciation of the many faces of dramatic creativity.

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